Networking and Connecting to the Internet Practice Test

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• To what does the term 'media' refer in the context of Internet signals?
• A URL identifies a particular ___ address on the World Wide Web.
• Which of the following frequencies can dual-band routers transmit Wi-Fi signals in?
• What type of Internet Service Provider usually shares the same wire as television signals?
• What is one of the main considerations when choosing fiber optic Internet service?
• Which type of Internet service uses coaxial cables for transmission?
• When determining data and download speed requirements, which activity is a major factor?
• What is a significant feature of server-based networks?
• Which network served as the foundation for the Internet developed by the Department of Defense?
• What is a significant limitation of fiber-optic Internet service?
• Which of the following is NOT a type of Internet service option?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding fiber-optic Internet service?
• Compared to coaxial cable, how is fiber-optic cable characterized in terms of installation cost?
• How do users typically access a VPN?
• Which application would typically require a strong streaming capability?
• Why is it important to know your current data usage when evaluating cell phone plans?
• What does the term bandwidth refer to in networking?
• Which of the following is true about Wide Area Networks (WANs)?
• Which type of cable is known to have the most bandwidth among common options?
• Which three of the following are the web browsers?
• What does the acronym ARPA stand for?
• The Internet signal is carried on what type of medium?
• Which feature distinguishes packet switching from circuit switching?
• Which of the following is NOT an example of streaming?
• Which of the following statements is TRUE about LANs?
• Which protocol allows documents to be sent over computer networks?
• What innovative technology did NeXT’s product capitalize on?
• Which of the following is an accurate definition of hypertext?
• Microwaves are used in satellite communications because they can do what?
• What does a MAC address identify within a network?
• What is a primary reason people choose to upgrade to broadband Internet?
• What does URL stand for?
• How can you limit unwanted data in search engines and browsers?
• Telephones traditionally use which method of switching?
• Once a call is established using circuit switching, what occurs during the duration of the call?
• What is the common name for a coaxial cable?
• Which of the following statements is true about cellular service?
• What transmission medium is known for having the largest bandwidth?
• Which characteristic of networks allows users to save money and time?
• Who developed packet switching to enhance the vulnerability of SAGE?
• What forms a physical path between your phone and the person you are calling in a traditional landline call?
• What does a domain name, such as reddit.com, specify?
• What can satellite Internet service provide using microwaves?
• Which aspect of cable and DSL Internet options makes cable more variable in speed?
• What describes a Wi-Fi connection?
• What is a common benefit of using DSL Internet service?
• What allows ISPs to transmit data regardless of the content's details?
• What technology is commonly used for high-speed Internet that involves sending signals through light?
• What is the function of a modem?
• What is the role of a switch in a network?
• The word "modem" stands for:
• What is one function of VPNs in networking?
• What is a primary benefit of fiber-optic Internet services?
• Broadband Internet speed is usually measured in what unit?
• What challenge is commonly associated with cellular Internet service?
• Which technology allows mobile devices to access the Internet without wires?
• What is the primary use of a browser?
• What is another term used to describe Web 3.0?
• Which US department developed SAGE?
• What term is used to refer to watching video over the Internet?
• What is the name for watching or listening to a file on the Internet without saving or copying it first?
• In the context of networking, what does encryption help to protect?
• What is the main advantage of using a VPN for data transmission?
• Which element is NOT a characteristic of broadband Internet services?
• Which of the following roles does a server play in a server-based network?
• SAGE was developed during which historical conflict?
• Routers that can send Internet signals over two distinct frequencies are called _____ routers.
• The World Wide Web is comprised of billions of what?
• For a network to connect to the Internet, it must use which suite of protocols?
• Why is it beneficial to ask neighbors about their Internet Service Providers?
• What is a disadvantage commonly associated with a VPN?
• What method do satellite Internet service providers primarily use to deliver Internet signals?
• Which organization is responsible for determining the standards for the World Wide Web?
• What happens when you purchase Internet service from an ISP?
• The Internet evolved from a project that attempted to link computers from how many separate university networks?
• What is the significance of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)?
• What kind of technology do VPNs often utilize for their functionality?
• What is one advantage of digital subscriber line (DSL) Internet service?
• Which of the following statements is true about Internet Protocol (IP) addresses?
• What type of network creates a secure connection between two computers?
• What is the term for the principle that ISPs allow data transmission without considering the data's content?
• What type of device do many cellular ISPs provide that can create a Wi-Fi hotspot?
• Which device is essential for connecting a local network to the internet?
• Which device is typically used for accessing the Internet at home?
• How does a switch know which device sent a request?
• Which role does a client NOT typically fulfill in a network?
• Which component of the web browser converts HTML and CSS into viewable content?
• Which option describes a feature of broadband connections?
• Which of the following is a common reason for purchasing broadband Internet service?
• Which technology often provides higher top speeds but may have inconsistent performance?
• What term is used to describe a public Wi-Fi access point?
• What is the term for the specific means by which an Internet signal is carried?
• Which device typically requests services or resources from the server?
• Which statement about a modem is true?
• Which Internet service typically allows for streaming content without any data limits?
• What is recognized as the largest WAN on Earth?
• Which of the following is NOT a web browser?
• Data on the Internet is usually stored on specialized computers known as what?
• Which device is NOT typically found in a home network setup?
• What type of Internet usage is typically associated with requiring the most bandwidth?
• What is an important component of a Virtual Private Network?
• A request for an electronic "echo" or response from another computer or server is referred to as a ____.
• Which of the following best describes a server-based network?
• What does a router identify using its IP address?
• What technology allows many smartphones to act as hotspots?
• The method by which many residential networks connect to the Internet typically involves an IP address assigned by whom?
• What unique address does a network interface card contain?
• What is it called when remote access connections are made to allow outside connections to a LAN?
• A local area network (LAN) is a collection of computers connected in which type of area?
• How are IP addresses often assigned in a network?
• Which of the following browsers is included with Windows Operating Systems?
• What is one primary benefit of net neutrality?
• Which of the following services can be used for streaming audio?
• Which interface allows computer users to drag images and documents across their monitor?
• What is created when two or more LANs are connected using a public network?
• What characteristic defines a home network LAN?
• Which of the following is true about Wi-Fi connections?
• What is the definition of a network?
• Which statement is true regarding an IP address?
• What transmission medium does DSL use?
• Which of the following statements about the history of the Internet is true?
• Which of the following is a characteristic of a router?
• The device that divides and connects two networks is a ___.
• What type of software adds functionality to a browser?
• Which of the following should be considered when choosing an Internet Service Provider (ISP)?
• What is one purpose of filters in web browsers?
• What type of Internet service typically uses coaxial cable as its medium?
• When referring to the World Wide Web, TLD stands for ___.
• What portion of an IP address identifies the host on the network?
• What type of cable is most commonly used within a network and categorized as CAT-7?
• When evaluating Internet service options, why is affordability a consideration?
• Who is known as one of the inventors of the Internet?
• Which of the following is NOT a common type of server?
• What is the purpose of a URL's protocol?
• What type of connection allows multiple computers to connect to the same router effectively?
• How is information transferred over the Internet?
• Who maintains and updates protocols for the World Wide Web?
• Which of the following is a key feature of packet switching?
• The device in a network that keeps track of connected devices' MAC addresses is the:
• Which of the following statements is true about Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)?
• What is a collection of computers connected in a small geographic area called?
• What is an example of a protocol used in Internet communications?
• What is a local area network (LAN)?
• Which service provides the most consistent download speed when comparing DSL and cable Internet?
• What allows a server to know which router to send requested information to?
• What does VPN stand for?
• When Steve Jobs left Apple, he joined with Ross Perot and created the NeXT computer company. Its most famous product was the ___ computer.
• Who assigns IP addresses on a global level?
• Which technology was developed by Paul Baran to enhance Internet reliability?
• What is true about some cell phone carriers that advertise "unlimited data"?
• What is one of the primary functions of clients in a server-based network?
• What is a significant advantage of fiber-optic cables in comparison to traditional cables?
• What technology allows transmissions to be sent even if several sites are not operational?
• What kind of network allows for encrypted communications between two computers?
• What device connects multiple devices within a network?
• Which frequency band is commonly associated with 4G and 5G cellular services?
• What technology is primarily responsible for enabling fast transmission of data across the Internet?
• Which type of switching is used by the public switched telephone network (PSTN) that creates a dedicated physical path?
• Which organization is responsible for managing domain names and IP addresses on the Internet?
• What is a primary characteristic of a client in networking?
• What is a modem's primary function in a network?
• How are IP addresses typically assigned in home networks?
• Which of the following statements about IP addresses is accurate?
• Which service is characterized by providing high-speed Internet access over existing telephone lines?
• Which of the following is a key consideration when deciding to use cellular Internet service at home?
• Hypertext made the ___.
• Which activity alongside gaming consumes more bandwidth?
• What do packet-switched networks break information into?
• What does the function of a router typically include?
• Web 3.0 is also known as:
• What role do smartphones play in cellular service?
• The device that allows several computers to use your home network with just one Internet connection is called a ___.
• Which of the following is a characteristic of cellular service?
• What does ARPA stand for?
• A request for an electronic "echo" or response from another computer or server is known as what?
• The redundancy of Internet connectivity is primarily based on which technology?
• What is the term used for the principle that prevents Internet Service Providers (ISPs) from throttling or charging fees for specific content providers?
• TLD refers to the highest level in the ___ name hierarchy.
• In the context of internet access, what is a "hotspot"?
• When determining how much cell phone data you need, what considerations should you make?
• What does ISP stand for?
• Which of the following is NOT typically associated with a data cap in cellular plans?
• Which of the following best describes a router?
• What type of web is characterized by distributed linked data?
• What is typically an efficient way to find an ISP in your area?
• What is an example of uploading on social media?
• What type of software confirms the identity of a user or computer system in a secure connection?
• What is the primary transmission medium for DSL Internet service?
• What is a common feature of data plans offered by satellite Internet service providers?
• What is another term for the network portion of an IP address?
• What is a computer that requests resources from another computer on a network called?
• For which group is it often more cost-effective to add to an existing cell phone data plan rather than install wired Internet service?
• What primary protection do LANs need against unauthorized access from outside sources?
• Which technology enables the assignment of dynamic IP addresses in networks?
• What is the central controlling agency of the Internet?
• What protocol allows users to send documents and images across networks?
• What is the term for sending files from your computer to a server on the Internet?
• What is the term for the network that connects all the networks around the globe using TCP/IP?
• Which of the following is NOT true regarding cellular Internet service?
• What is the main advantage of dual-band routers?
• Which statement is true about the development of the Internet?
• What does TCP stand for in the context of Internet protocols?
• How is the amount of data that a transmission media can carry in a specific period defined?
• Software applications that allow users to access and surf the World Wide Web are called:
• Which organization is responsible for assigning IP addresses?
• Which type of communication does a VPN enable over the internet?
• Which address does a switch primarily rely on to direct data traffic?
• What type of device is primarily used to manage data flow between different devices in a network?
• What are the components of an IP address?
• Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of microwaves?
• Telephone wire is commonly referred to as which type of wire?
• What does WWW stand for?
• What does Ethernet refer to in the context of networks?
• Which type of Internet connection is capable of supporting multiple devices simultaneously?
• What is the primary purpose of a modem in a home network?
• Select the domain name.
• What type of file format is commonly used for images on the web?
• Which internet service provider media is currently the fastest growing?
• Because they are both Apple products, the browser that works smoothest with Macintosh OS X is:
• What is one limitation often associated with fiber-optic Internet service?
• Which statement is true about client/server networks?
• Which of the following statements is true about satellite Internet service?
• Client/server networks are also referred to as what type of networks?
• In a server-based network, the individual computers and devices that make requests are referred to as what?
• Who benefits from a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?
• What ensured that ARPAnet could continue to operate despite individual computer or network failures?
• What does a URL do?
• Which of the following statements about switches is true?
• What is one of the key characteristics of fiber-optic cables?
• What is the primary purpose of the Internet Corporation of Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)?
• Which of the following is a characteristic of cable Internet service?
• A ____ , like Adobe Reader, is software that can be added to increase the functionality of a browser.
• Which of the following is essential for web browsing?
• When making a traditional landline phone call, what happens when you pick up the receiver?
• What type of signals are typically associated with satellite communications?
• Which of the following is a critical consideration when choosing fiber-optic Internet service?
• What type of lines do Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) Internet service providers utilize?
• How do parents typically use search engine filters?